In a virtual panel discussion chaired by Will Gompertz, Director of Arts and Learning, Barbican Centre, panellists explored the work of the 13–16-year-old members of the National Saturday Club, discussed the importance of creative learning experiences and widening access, and highlighted the significance of this opportunity to young people’s future lives and careers.

With guests:

Rose Abdollahzadeh, Managing Director, Research Partnerships, Chatham House

Kirsty Dias, Managing Director, PriestmanGoode

Dr Darren Henley OBE, Chief Executive, Arts Council England

Krishna Maroo, Outreach Manager, University of West London

Dr Nona McDuff OBE, Pro-Vice Chancellor, Solent University